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Proverbs 12:17

He that speaketh truth sheweth forth righteousness: but a false witness deceit.
Proverbs 12:17 · King James Version

In other versions

  • He that uttereth truth showeth forth righteousness; But a false witness, deceit.

    ASV

  • The breathing out of true words gives knowledge of righteousness; but a false witness gives out deceit.

    BBE

  • He that uttereth truth sheweth forth righteousness; but a false witness deceit.

    DBY

  • He who is truthful testifies honestly, But a false witness lies.

    WEB

  • Whoso uttereth faithfulness declareth righteousness, And a false witness -- deceit.

    YLT

  • He that speaks truth shows forth righteousness: but a false witness deceit.

    ENG

  • He that speaketh truth showeth forth righteousness: but a false witness, deceit.

    WBT

  • He who speaks the truth declares what is right, but a false witness speaks deceit.

    BSB

In context

15The way of a fool is right in his own eyes: but he that hearkeneth unto counsel is wise.

16A fool's wrath is presently known: but a prudent man covereth shame.

17He that speaketh truth sheweth forth righteousness: but a false witness deceit.

18There is that speaketh like the piercings of a sword: but the tongue of the wise is health.

19The lip of truth shall be established for ever: but a lying tongue is but for a moment.

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